Near Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA
Recall 09325 · Aug 26, 2009 · IKEA Home Furnishings
120,000
units affected
120,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09325
- Date
- Aug 26, 2009
- Company
- IKEA Home Furnishings
- Units affected
- 120,000
- Product
- MELINA Roman Blinds
- Product type
- Blinds, Shades & Cords
- Hazard
- Strangulation
The product
This recall includes all sizes/colors of MELINA Roman blinds. These blinds have a sewn-in label at the top edge of the blind with the IKEA logotype, article name (MELINA), 5-digit supplier number 19395, four-digit date stamp (YYWW) and the words "Made in Taiwan". On the bottom edge of the blind there is a sewn-in orange/white safety warning label. The blinds are made from 100% polyester.
What can happen
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. The Roman blind has a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the blind, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman blinds and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- His mother found him hanging from the looped bead chain.
- Sold at
- IKEA stores nationwide from August 2006 through June 2008 for between $20 and $40.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled melina roman blinds?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman blinds and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. The Roman blind has a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.